Kankakee Valley Park District bids, RFPs and contracts
Kankakee, Illinoiskvpd.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 532
- 219 vendors
The 30-second brief
13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Kankakee Valley Park District's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 26: The board was scheduled to hear a presentation on the rollover bond bid sale from Andrew Kim of Speer Financial at its October 26, 2026 meeting. The agenda also listed an ordinance for the issue of $846,630 in General Obligation Limited Tax Park Bonds, Series 2026B, and authorization of the sale of those bonds. The bond proceeds were described as paying for park land, park improvements, outstanding bonds, and related expenses. The board had not yet voted at the time of the agenda.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Public Works.
Latest awards: Kankakee County Museum for board Approves Kankakee County Museum Agreement (Oct 2026) and Paving Pro's for board Ratifies $9,517 Sewer and Paving Work ($9,517.07, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Kankakee Valley Park District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Kankakee Valley Park District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Kankakee Valley Park District buys from, taken from council records. 532 contracts with 219 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Kankakee Valley Park District.
Questions about Kankakee Valley Park District
How do I become an approved vendor for Kankakee Valley Park District?
Kankakee Valley Park District currently works with 219 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Kankakee Valley Park District?
Small purchases under IL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (763), Recreation & Community Services (278), and Public Works (120), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Kankakee Valley Park District publish RFPs?
Kankakee Valley Park District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Kankakee Valley Park District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Kankakee Valley Park District?
At Kankakee Valley Park District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include City Council. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 15 decision-makers at Kankakee Valley Park District.
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What does Kankakee Valley Park District spend the most on?
Based on 1,270 tracked contracts, Kankakee Valley Park District spends most on Capital Projects (763), Recreation & Community Services (278), Public Works (120), Grants (67), and Environmental Services (42). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Kankakee Valley Park District's current vendors?
Kankakee Valley Park District currently works with vendors including KANKAKEE COUNTY MUSEUM, PAVING PRO'S, KCHS, PSI CONSTRUCTION (PSI), RIVER VALLEY SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION (RVSRA), and AJ TECHNOLOGY COMPANY (AJTC). These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Kankakee Valley Park District have?
Kankakee Valley Park District currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (763), Recreation & Community Services (278), and Public Works (120). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IL's state portal, and other sources.